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How to dispose of your device securely Guidance
May 18, 2022 You should consider that any devices you dispose of could be accessed by strangers.
Practical Cyber Security Tips for Business Leaders Publication
Jan 17, 2024 Business leaders can be appealing targets for malicious actors due to the sensitive information they can access, the important people they interact with and the influence they hold. This publication includes a checklist of practical tips business leaders can implement to improve their cyber security. The checklist is followed by a brief explanation of each tip and why it is recommended.
Types of scams Guidance
Learn about the common types of scams, how to identify them and how to recover from them.
Threat update: COVID-19 malicious cyber activity 20 April 2020 Advisory
Apr 20, 2020 The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) continues to receive reports from individuals, businesses and government departments about a range of different COVID-19 themed scams, online frauds and phishing campaigns. This threat update is about raising awareness of the evolving nature of COVID-19 related malicious cyber activity impacting Australians.
Advisory 2020-009: Recommendations to mitigate APT actors targeting health sector and COVID-19 essential services Advisory
May 8, 2020 The ACSC recommends that organisations in the health sector implement the following cyber security mitigations:
Quiz library Guidance
Test your knowledge about cyber security practices and threats through our quizzes.
Cyber Security Awareness Month 2021 News
Oct 5, 2021 October is Cyber Security Awareness Month.
Protect yourself and others from MyGov-related scams Advisory
Jul 16, 2020 The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is receiving increased reports of myGov-related SMS and email scams. As always, our advice is DON’T click any links and DON’T provide the information requested.
Phishing Threat
Mar 19, 2023 Learn about phishing attacks and know what to do if you've been targeted.
Content Credentials: Strengthening Multimedia Integrity in the Generative AI Era Publication
Jan 30, 2025 This cybersecurity information sheet discusses how Content Credentials (especially Durable ones) can be valuable to protect the provenance of media, raises awareness of the state of this solution, provides recommended practices to ensure the preservation of provenance, and discusses the importance of widespread adoption across the information ecosystem.
Exercise in a Box is here News
Nov 17, 2022 This service provides an all in one platform that your organisation can use to assess and improve its cyber security practices in your own time, in a safe environment, and as many times as you want.
ASD's ACSC urges victims to report cybercrimes News
Jul 17, 2023 The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD's ACSC) is urging all Australians to report cybercrimes immediately to ReportCyber amid the growing number of cybercrimes impacting Australians.
Glossary
List of glossary terms used on cyber.gov.au website
Head ACSC Address to AISA Cyber Conference 2021 News
Mar 17, 2021 The Future of Cyber Security in Australia’ – Address by Abigail Bradshaw CSC, on 15 March 2021 Canberra Convention Centre.
Cancel COVID-19 cybercrime
Oct 18, 2022 Cybercriminals are adapting their methods to take advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic. We continue to receive reports from individuals, businesses and government departments about a range of different COVID-19-themed scams, online fraud and phishing campaigns.
Recognise and report scams
Feb 1, 2023 Scams are a common way that cybercriminals compromise accounts. Being alert to scam messages is a great way to protect yourself online.
Preventing business email compromise Guidance
Apr 11, 2023 There are many easy steps and actions you can take now to protect your business. Learn about the simple, cost-effective and immediately beneficial protective measures you can implement.
Data breaches Threat
Aug 30, 2023 Sometimes personal information is released to unauthorised people by accident or as the result of a security breach. For example, an email with personal information can be sent to the wrong person, or a computer system can be hacked and personal information stolen. These are known as data breaches or data spills.
Secure your user account Guidance
Jan 24, 2024 A user account is the account you use to sign in on your computer at home, school or work. Cybercriminals will target unsecure accounts and take advantage of poor security habits within the home and businesses. Their goal is to get access to your computer and steal your information. There are many ways to improve your account security, keep your accounts safe and avoid being the victim of a cyber attack.
Guidelines for system management Advice
Dec 12, 2024 This chapter of the Information security manual (ISM) provides guidance on system management.
Ransomware Threat
Read through the following case studies and learn from other Australians about how ransomware has affected them.
COVID-19 scam messages Advisory
Mar 16, 2020 The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD's ACSC) is aware of a COVID-19 themed scam being distributed via text message.
Mergers, Acquisitions and Machinery of Government Changes Publication
Jun 10, 2022 This publication provides guidance on strategies that organisations can apply during mergers, acquisitions and Machinery of Government changes.
Optus Data Breach Alert
Sep 30, 2022 To help protect against fraud, Optus has notified customers to look to reputable sources such as Moneysmart and the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.
Resources library Guidance
We have developed easy-to-follow cyber security resources to help you be more cyber secure.
Small Business Google Chromebook and ChromeOS Security Guide Guidance
Nov 12, 2024 This publication was developed by the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) with technical input from Chrome Engineering.
Report and recover from ransomware Guidance
Jul 14, 2023 Learn where to get help from a ransomware attack, and steps to protect yourself against future incidents.
Reports and statistics
Nov 3, 2022 Find the latest cyber security reports and statistics
IoT Secure-by-Design Guidance for Manufacturers Publication
Sep 21, 2023 This guidance has been produced for manufacturers in order to help them implement thirteen secure-by-design principles.
Personal cyber security: Advanced steps guide Guidance
Oct 1, 2021 The third and final guide in the series is designed to help everyday Australians understand the basics of cyber security, and how you can take action to protect yourself from ever-evolving cyber threats.
